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MCW 162J

1971 Porsche 911

Orange Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,148 mi
Last recorded76,148 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 Porsche 91153,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 162J
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 76,148 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 73,921 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 72,359 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 67,637 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 67,534 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 67,161 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 65,442 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 63,705 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 62,156 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 60,086 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 56,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,180 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 53,547 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 51,817 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,517 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 47,261 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 47,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 45,199 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 45,194 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 45,194 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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MCW 162J is a 1971 Porsche 911 in Orange with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 53,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCW 162J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 55 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCW 162J registered?

MCW 162J is a 1971 Porsche 911, first registered on 11 March 1971.

Is MCW 162J safe to buy?

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